NHTSA Recall 04V056000: Anchorage (seat belts)
NEWMAR CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 83 vehicles. It affects 2004 Newmar Essex.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V056000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › ANCHORAGE |
| Report received | February 5, 2004 |
| Owner notification | March 4, 2004 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Certain motorhomes fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, "seating systems," and no. 210 "seat belt assembly anchorages." the seat belt anchorage bolts can fail.
Safety risk
The seat belt buckle anchorage can separate from the seat frame, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the belt latch bolt and install a bushing and a grade 5 bolt. Owner notification began march 4, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact newmar at 1-800-731-8300 or villa international at 714-535-7272.
Notes
Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 04V056000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Newmar Essex | 2004 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.